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Justin Sipes
04-24-2008, 8:13 AM
I thought I should quit lurking in the shadows and introduce myself.

I'm a 28 year old aspiring Neander that hopes to someday muster enough skill to make furniture as nice as some of the stuff I see on SMC. I'm essentially a complete newbie to woodworking and am finding my "path" with hand tools. I was quick to go out and buy a host of electron-consuming woodworking equipment, but I'm finding that I learn a lot more about how to manipulate wood using planes, chisels, hand saws, and scrapers. I'm also finding that you can sneak up on "whoops" moments rather than have them manifest themselves in a blink of the eye with an electric motor spinning at 3600 rev/min.

I've bought and "rehabbed" several Bailey planes with the knowledege and advice gained from this site. Its great to see help and advice freely given out among this community. Thanks!

Justin Sipes

Robert Rozaieski
04-24-2008, 9:34 AM
Welcome aboard! :D

gary Zimmel
04-24-2008, 10:11 AM
Justin

Welcome to the Creek...

Jim Koepke
04-24-2008, 10:34 AM
Wow!

A newbie rehabilitating old planes with only online help.

Very inspiring and welcome to the slope.

When you need a source for the odd taps look to Victor Machinery Exchange. They have a few of the odd sizes.

jim

Brian Kent
04-24-2008, 11:59 AM
Hi Justin,

Welcome to the creek and to a whole lot of fun.

Brian

Johnny Kleso
04-24-2008, 11:47 PM
Enjoy your stay, I do :)

George Sanders
04-25-2008, 5:05 AM
Welcome and enjoy the creek.

Sam Yerardi
04-25-2008, 6:09 AM
Justin,

Great to have you aboard!